Corrections Officer MRCC

About the role

The North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is seeking Correctional Officers to join the team at the Missouri River Correctional Center (MRCC). This role plays a critical role in maintaining safety, building professional relationships, and supporting positive change within correctional facilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and interact with residents using dynamic security principles focused on communication, observation, accountability, and pro-social role modeling.
• Work as part of a high-functioning team while helping maintain a safe and structured environment for staff, residents, and the communities we serve.
• Respond effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• At least two years of experience in corrections, security, law enforcement, military service, or a related field; OR at least 60 college credits

Qualifications

• No prior corrections experience is required. The ND DOCR provides paid training and ongoing professional development.

Skills

• Sound judgment
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Strong communication skills

Benefits

• Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

Pay

Salary depends on experience.

Schedule

N/A

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt

Team ND

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

Total Rewards

The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

Application Procedures

• All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted.
• Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed above.
• All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:
• - Resume
• - Transcripts (if applicable)
• Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.
• Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must also include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.

Contact Information

Please contact Jordan Falcon at jorfalcon@nd.gov or 701.934.8376 for more information or to request assistance in the application or interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.